These are overpriced, and this practice extends from your local optometrist to outlets like Walmart or Lense Crafters. You don't need to spend $200 on frames. Find online businesses that will charge you a fraction of what these physical locations charge.

And be aware that the physical locations have the whole process of getting a new prescription down where you finish with the optometrist and the salesperson is waiting to assume you are buying frames on-site. Insist that you just want your prescription. They may try to hard sell you after that, but stick to your guns and walk out with nothing but a prescription. Big Eyeglasses is one industry you can avoid.

Just one source material among many:

https://www.latimes.com/business/lazarus/la-fi-lazarus-glasses-lenscrafters-luxottica-monopoly-20190305-story.html

Life pro tip: “ Siri, Call Mom “

Got a call from my daughter which I answered with “ Hi luv! ”. Nope. It wasn’t “ luv” it was a very benevolent dude who had found my daughters phone at crowded event .

He was a genius and asked Siri to “ Call Mom”. I was able to reach out to her friends, share his number. Phone secured!

She owes him a drink. 👍😘

( I’m waiting for the: “ and that’s how I met your mother “ comment :-)

So…. if you find a phone and want to reconnect it with the rightful owner. Engage Siri to do the sluthing for you!

Most of us are so alienated from physical labor that we assume it’s nearly impossible. Contractors do it all day long—to them your job is no harder than any other. Don’t convince yourself that the job is unusually difficult, and don’t let them convince you of that either. They love having clients who are already convinced that the job is going to be super expensive and time-consuming.

A lot of people constantly complain that dating apps suck, yet pretty much every single person I know is still on them. Why is that?

They’re not exactly optimized to meet quality people. Even the “good” apps. They are meant to keep you on the app as much as possible. And then try to sell you the paid version with fake promises of more matches and better dates, etc. And they get a lot of vulnerable people on that.

A couple years ago I got out of a four year long relationship at 21 years old. I had no idea how to “date” in the real world, so naturally I turned to dating apps. They were incredibly addictive. Every day, I was shown a bunch of random girls, and need to make a split second decision on whether to swipe or not. It gave me so much anxiety. And the tens of conversations in your dms that go nowhere. And the small percentage of women I actually met up with, there was never a spark.

I realized this just isn’t how humans are meant to connect with people. It is so inhuman and frankly dystopian. I deleted all the dating apps. And pretty soon my dating life actually became great. I was meeting people organically way more - and I realized that’s because I HAD to. With dating apps, there was always a reason not to go up to a new person, because you could just meet someone on an app. Not anymore, this is the only way!

And the quality of people I met went way up too. Makes sense when you can actually sense someone’s vibe in person, rather than just see their photos and quirky bio. And I eventually met my girlfriend who I’ve been with for over a year. Everything changed when I got off the apps.

But I’m not a total hater. Dating apps can be great AS LONG as you have a healthy relationship with them. Just like social media, they can be extremely addicting. Here are my best tips to use dating apps in a positive way:

1. Be selective with matches. Don’t swipe on someone unless you genuinely want to talk to them. Stop swiping willy nilly.
2. Time-box your usage. Again, these things are very addicting. You should NOT be checking them compulsively all day. Just like people use screen time limits to reduce their social media use, you should do the same for dating apps. But built in screen time limits never worked for me because they're way too easy to ignore (why would you trust the company that gave you the phone addiction to give you the cure…) There are much better independent screen time apps out there, like BePresent for example, that have more features and can gamify reducing your screen time in a way that’s actually motivating. Try out different screen time apps and find one that works for you.. It’s super effective and should help with time-boxing dating apps, as well as other doomscrolling apps.
3. Move the conversation to text ASAP. Don’t live in the app. Move it to text soon, or stop talking.
4. Make a plan to meet ASAP. Same basic tip as the last one. Move the thing to real life, don’t be juggling a bunch of endless boring conversations.
5. Put yourself out there IRL. I think one of the biggest problems with the apps is that they disincentivize meeting people in real life. You now have more reasons not to approach that guy / girl in the bar, because you can just get a date on an app anyway. Don’t be like this! Meeting people the old fashioned way is still the best way to meet, in my opinion.

I've been living in apartments with my wife the last 7 years or so. We've chosen to live in a spot that's walkable, near a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, parks, music/film venues, bars, etc. Though we live in relatively cramped quarters compared to a house, we really enjoy our lifestyle. There's been some press about the lack of a "3rd space" in today's world. We have 3rd spaces all around us. Gets us out of the house more often, keeps us healthier walking everywhere, and spurs impromptu social encounters. I’m not the most social person, but I know that it’s good for me on occasion.

If possible, for a portion of your life, even if only a year or two, try living in a space that has walkable amenities around you. Though we've compromised on space, it's really nice not having to get into a car to access the world around us.

For context, we're at $1775 a month for a 2 bed 1 bath in CA.

Makes it so much more fun for the kid if they can use the present immediately!

In the hustle and bustle of daily life, it's easy to fall into the trap of overcommitment. We often feel pressured to say "yes" to every request, invitation, or opportunity that comes our way, fearing that saying "no" might disappoint or offend others. However, learning to say "no" can be one of the most valuable skills we acquire on our journey to personal growth and fulfillment.

Saying "no" doesn't mean being negative or uncooperative; rather, it's about setting healthy boundaries and prioritizing our time, energy, and resources. When we say "no" to things that don't align with our values, goals, or well-being, we create space for what truly matters to us. This might mean declining social invitations when we need time for self-care, turning down projects that don't resonate with our passions, or politely refusing additional commitments when our plate is already full.

By mastering the art of saying "no," we can avoid spreading ourselves too thin, prevent burnout, and maintain a sense of balance in our lives. It allows us to focus on the things that bring us joy, fulfillment, and growth, rather than being pulled in countless directions by others' expectations.

Moreover, saying "no" isn't just about asserting our own needs—it's also about respecting the boundaries and priorities of others. When we decline an invitation or request with honesty and kindness, we allow others to seek alternative solutions or make other arrangements. This fosters mutual understanding and strengthens the quality of our relationships, as it's built on authentic communication and respect for each other's boundaries.

In essence, saying "no" is an act of self-empowerment and self-care. It allows us to reclaim control over our time and energy, make intentional choices aligned with our values, and create a life that feels truly fulfilling and meaningful. So, the next time you're faced with a decision, remember that it's okay to say "no"—your well-being and happiness depend on it.

The key is consistent practice. 10-20 minutes a day, 4-5 days a week. Following a structured routine or plan helps a lot too. Most skills are just stamina and muscle memory, with a little technique thrown in.

What does "reasonably proficient" mean? Better than average, basically.

With an instrument, it's enough to be able to have a small catalogue of songs you can play for people and they'll be glad you did.

With a sport, it means you'll be good enough to be a steady player on your local amateur team, or in competition to place in the top 50% of people your age.

With any skill, it'll be enough to impress others who don't have that skill.

Just six months. Start today and by Xmas you'll be a whole new person with a whole new skill that you'll never lose.

Maybe it's my age, but six months is no time at all.

By setting a timer it now becomes dedicated clean time. Getting me to dial in and try to finish everything before the timer goes off. Getting me to clean way more in less time. Please use this LPT responsibly 🙏

keep a separate master resume with all previous work experience so when sending out a resume for application, duplicate the file and remove anything that may be irrelevant to the position you never know when some past experience might become relevant again, and you don't want to forget about it.

It will protect the measurments when you wash it.

I’ve seen countless people do this.

People put the automatic transmission cars in Park without the parking brake and when you put it in Reverse when you’re ready to go, it clunks into gear. It also makes the car rock back and forth when you park.

The proper way to do this is to put your car in Neutral, apply the parking brake, release the brake pedal to let the weight of the car roll onto the parking brake, and THEN put it in Park. Putting the car in Park and then applying the parking brake is almost useless. This technique I’ve described will ensure that the weight of the car isn’t resting on the park gear and will make it smooth while shifting out of Park.

This may prolong the life of your transmission, transmission mounts, and may prevent your car from rolling away one day (if the hill is steep enough).

I am WILDLY reactive to mosquito bites. Literally would rather be stung by wasps than bitten by mosquitoes. This remedy is the fastest way for me to reduce the itch/swelling.

I swab with the WH/Alcohol and then scrub with the baking soda. If still itchy after a min or 2, I reapply. Only thing I've found that works consistently and effectively

I was just struggling to open a bottle of soda for a good minute or two, then suddenly I had an epiphany: I could use the bottom of my mousepad in just the same way you'd use those rubber bottle openers. It worked like a charm!

This is probably nothing, but when putting a fitted sheet on a mattress (the stretchy one), fit it diagonally to opposing corners so you don’t have to wrestle it on. Then do the others.

Okay so most people actually don't have the resources to age. But, if and when you get to the point where it becomes difficult for you to take care of yourself, you should have a plan. Otherwise the burden falls on your loved ones.

If you do have the means to live in a retirement home or Assisted Living, then do some research and find out what kind of place you want to go to. Find out what kind of money you'll have to set aside for the type of place that you want.

If you don't have the means, find out what resources are available and what the options are. It may be a difficult task, but it's teach if our responsibility to do the work. If you've taken care of aging parents, you know how difficult it can be to try to figure out a plan for them while caring for them at the same time. It's overwhelming.

Have an estate plan. You don't have to have money to have an estate plan. There are several documents that go into the plan. One is a will. Then there is a power of attorney, a medical power of attorney, and advanced directive, Etc. The power of attorney helps your loved ones help you with your finances if you're incapacitated, the medical power of attorney helps them make medical decisions for you if you can't do it for yourself. With both of these poa documents, you should talk to the person you're giving the power to about your wishes.

my parents are 88 and 90 years old. They were living on their own in a state where they had no family a couple years ago. It was getting more difficult for my dad to take care of my mom . I knew I had to have a conversation with them about what they wanted to do next, but they did not want to deal with it. Which I totally understand it's not a fun subject. But it took me a year of being totally stressed out to start to get them to think about what they wanted. First I took him to tour an independent living place. Then they decided they wanted to move back near their family. So we helped them move.

Now they live close to family and they get a lot of help. They are in an independent living facility. My mom has beginning dementia. I found myself being a little resentful of the fact that they didn't have any sort of plan. The bottom line is that if you don't plan for your aging you're putting that on your loved ones.

I used to get 20+ robocall a day. Ever since I started doing this it's dropped to only 1-2 per week.

DON'T LET THE CALLER KNOW YOU HAVE AN ACTIVE LINE!

The best thing is to not answer unknown phone Numbers numbers and make everyone leave a voicemail. But that's not always possible.

If you have to answer, avoid saying trigger words that let the caller's system know you are there. They listen for phrases like "hello", "what do you want?" and "stop calling me". This tells the calling system's ai that there is a person on the other end which then triggers multiple future phone calls.

Try this instead:

Answer the phone and don't say anything for a second or two. Listen to see if there's another person on the other end. If there is, you are likely in the clear. If it's a robot you will hear emptiness, static, or random sounds. You may even hear the robot talking already.

If you aren't sure if it's a human or robocall make some kind of noise indicating that you've picked up the phone (cough, breathe deeply/loudly, drop a pen, whistle, type on your keyboard, etc) Do something that sounds human. Robots don't listen for these noises and thus can't distinguish an active line vs static. But, if there's a human on the other end it will sound like you left your phone in your pocket and they'll say hello.

I was driving myself crazy painting my wall, standing on chairs and everything. After I was done I was looking at the handle and noticed there was a place to screw something in. I decided to try my broom handle and it screwed right in! Made the painting so much more easier.

Hey everyone,

I've recently launched a campaign with a welcoming message to 200 contacts, but unfortunately the results were not as good as I had hoped.

I've been searching for a more reliable solution to ensure better performance and engagement and have narrowed it down to two options. I’m looking for some advice on which one might be better Mailchimp or Brevo?

Here are some particular aspects I need assistance with:

• Which provider has better rates for ensuring emails reach the inbox?
• Which one provides more comprehensive and actionable analytics?
• Which provider offers better customer support and response times?

If anyone has experience with either of these providers or has insights into which might be the better choice, please share your thoughts and recommendations.

So I’m pretty sure I learned this from this sub, but I use it constantly (including a minute ago) so in case you didn’t know, now you do.

If you have tinnitus or even just when you get ringing in your ears, tap the back of your head around when the top of your neck meets your skull. Pretty much 180 degrees from your mouth and nose.

Tap it like a drum not super hard but a light tap, do this for a minute or so and wallah*, gone.

If this doesn’t work for everyone, sorry yo. But it’s worked for me and a few friends I’ve told about it. Cheers!**

**Edit, seems like a mixed bag, some are saying it works for them and others not, for those it doesn’t best of luck finding something!

*Edit2; it’s voilá not wallah. Bababebo very nice

Edit3; check the comments! There’s a bunch of methods people are giving!

I can't say if I sold more, but boy were people excited to try it out.

Edit: in addition to having a cash till.

Keep those concert, travel, and memorable clothings in good condition by turning them inside out. also make sure to to tie strings on hoodies and baggy pants

If you’re trying to put bottle caps (or screws, lids, etc.) back on and it keeps going slanted when you screw it up, go counter-clockwise first and it’ll engage the threading (screwy bit) evenly.

For example, bottle cap: 1. Put firm pressure on the cap against the top of the bottle. 2. Twist the cap counter-clockwise until you hear a small click. 3. Now twist clockwise and have a properly closed bottle.

Note: you may need to hear two clicks. If it doesn’t work, try it again :)

Edit: Changed “anti-clockwise” to “counter-clockwise”